The Queen of Hearts
Quick Answer
A classic nursery rhyme where the Queen of Hearts âmakes some tartsâ and the Knave of Hearts steals them. Itâs a tiny, dramatic mini-scene told in a bouncy rhyme.
Why This Story Works for Bedtime
Itâs short, catchy, and ends with a clear consequence. Good for bedtime when you want something quickâand you can keep the tone playful rather than stern.
Story at a Glance
RECOMMENDED AGES
3-7 years
READING TIME
1 min
Story Synopsis
âThe Queen of Heartsâ is a traditional nursery rhyme that tells a little story in just a few lines: the Queen bakes tarts, the Knave steals them, and the King responds. Itâs memorable because it feels like a tiny playâcharacters, action, and a punchy endingâwrapped in a sing-song rhythm children can chant. At bedtime, it works as a quick rhyme after a longer tale, and it can gently open a conversation about honesty and returning what isnât ours.
Story Excerpt
The Queen of Hearts she made some tarts, All on a summer's day; The Knave of Hearts he stole those tarts, And took them clean away. The King of Hearts called for those tarts, And beat the Knave full sore. The Knave of Hearts brought back those tarts, And vowed he'd steal no more.
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In One Glance
âThe Queen of Heartsâ is a short nursery rhyme with a clear mini-plot: the Queen makes tarts, the Knave steals them, and the King reacts. Its appeal is rhythm, repetition, and the feeling of a tiny story told quickly. It can be used at bedtime as a playful verse and a gentle honesty reminder.
Frequently Asked Questions
A rhyme where the Queen makes tarts and the Knave steals them, leading to consequences.
It can sound stern, but itâs usually recited playfully and very quickly.
Ages 3â7.
Honesty mattersâwhen we take something, the best choice is to make it right.